National Library

Architecture Shapes Culture

Type:

public

Size:

45,000 sqm

Site Area:

16,500 sqm

Status:

competition

Started:

April 2012

Location:

Jerusalem

Client:

National Library, Yad Hanadiv

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• The architectural concept of the new national library in Jerusalem centers on integrating various civic-cultural elements and creating connections between knowledge, citizenship, culture, and government. The building comprises three tectonic layers symbolizing past, present, and future, each housing different functions. Spaces such as the Amphi Park and urban square facilitate diverse activities and interactions. The design prioritizes flexibility, allowing for future adaptations in space utilization.

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• The facade combines glass and Jerusalem stone, while the roof serves as a green space, merging nature with the complex. Movement within the building is facilitated through vertical cores and ramps, encouraging engagement along the boulevard. Ultimately, the concept aims to provide a dynamic, inclusive environment for citizens, researchers, and visitors, fostering connectivity within the city’s cultural landscape.

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Architecture Shapes Culture